HIGHVIEW COLLEGE ENROLMENT APPLICATION Affordable Excellence at Highview College Highview College strives for academic excellence and development of the whole person. As the first ecumenical school in the world, Highview College focuses on the common Christian values shared between Christian denominations. The College’s connection to the founding Christian churches of the school - Uniting Church of Australia, Anglican and Roman Catholic - means students are encouraged to question and have a broad and generous understanding of the Christian faith. The College community considers faith a gift and a journey, which students are encouraged to embark upon with thankfulness and a sense of adventure and wonder. It is our quest to nurture student potential, foster sound personal values, and facilitate the mental, physical, and spiritual growth of the individual. We believe that to achieve our vision and mission we need to teach, foster and live the GRACE values of Highview College: Growth Respect Aspiration Compassion Excellence As part of developing values of generosity and compassion, students are encouraged to engage in service to others within the local and global community and care for the environment and each other. The College motto, ‘Education Through Wholeness’ encourages all those in the Highview community to grow in harmony and co-operate with their brothers and sisters from all denominations, and in the spirit of Christian unity.
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HIGHVIEW COLLEGE ENROLMENT APPLICATION
Affordable Excellence at Highview College
Highview College strives for academic excellence and development of the whole person. As the first ecumenical school in the world, Highview College focuses on the common Christian values shared between Christian denominations.
The College’s connection to the founding Christian churches of the school - Uniting Church of Australia, Anglican and Roman Catholic - means students are encouraged to question and have a broad and generous understanding of the Christian faith. The College community considers faith a gift and a journey, which students are encouraged to embark upon with thankfulness and a sense of adventure and wonder.
It is our quest to nurture student potential, foster sound personal values, and facilitate the mental, physical, and spiritual growth of the individual.
We believe that to achieve our vision and mission we need to teach, foster and live the GRACE values of Highview College:
Growth
Respect
Aspiration
Compassion
Excellence
As part of developing values of generosity and compassion, students are encouraged to engage in service to others within the local and global community and care for the environment and each other.
The College motto, ‘Education Through Wholeness’ encourages all those in the Highview community to grow in harmony and co-operate with their brothers and sisters from all denominations, and in the spirit of Christian unity.
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Application for Enrolment
Please complete this ‘Application for Enrolment’ (Application) and return to the Registrar with:
• a non-refundable application fee of $100.00, together with
• a copy of a Full or Extract of Birth Certificate
Upon receipt of the completed Application in relation to your child (the Applicant), your child’s name will be added to our waiting list for the required year of entry.
Receipt of the Application will be acknowledged in writing. The completion of the Application will not necessarily result in the Applicant being offered enrolment at Highview College.
Enrolment
All Applicants are required to have an enrolment interview before any offer of enrolment can be made.
If Highview College (the College) makes an offer of enrolment to the Applicant after the enrolment interview, the offer will be conditional on the College receiving:
• a duly executed ‘Declaration and Commitment’ (executed by the Applicant’s Parent/Guardian/s - Page 11)
• Documentation as appropriate
The Applicant’s enrolment will not be considered official until all required paperwork has been received.
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Applicant’s DetailsProposed student’s details
Surname
First Name
Middle Name
Preferred Name
Gender
Date of Birth
VSN Student Number
Student’s Religion
Residential Address
Is the applicant:
An Australian Citizen
A Temporary Resident of Australia
A Permanent Resident of Australia
Indigenous / Torres Strait Islander
(All Temporary and Permanent Resident applicants must provide a copy of a current Passport and proof of Visa)
Commencement
Commencement Year Expected Year Level
Applicant resides with:
Both Parents
Parent 1
Parent 2
Guardian/s
Other (Please provide details)
Is there a court order or parent plan in relation to the applicant?
Yes No
If yes, please attach a copy
Census Information
Schools are required to collect student background information from parents as agreed by State and Territory Education Ministers.
This is to enable nationally comparable reporting of students’ outcomes against the National Goals for Schools in the 21st Century.
All information collected will be subject to the provisions of the Highview College Privacy Guidelines.
In which country was the student born?
Australia Other
(If ‘Other’, please specify)Is the student of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin?
No
Yes, Aboriginal
Yes, Torres Strait Islander
Applicant Support
Does the applicant have a diagnosed disability?
Yes (Please provide details) No
Does the applicant suffer anxiety, depression or any other symptom, other than a diagnosed disability?
Yes (Please provide details) No
Does the applicant’s behaviour require specific strategies of intervention, other than for a diagnosed disability?
Yes (Please provide details) No
Does the applicant experience gender dysphoria?
Yes (Please provide details) No
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Applicant’s Schooling History
Present School
Previous School/s Attended & Year levels
Siblings who may enrol in the future
Name
Expected start year
Name
Expected start year
Name
Expected start year
Applicant’s Medical Needs
Highview College aims to ensure the safety of every child. Parents are required to complete and submit a medical form before the commencement of every academic year. Students are not permitted to attend Highview College without current medical information.
If the Applicant has a Medical Emergency Action Plan in relation to any of the following, a Medical Emergency Action Plan must be provided at the commencement of each academic year in relation to each medical issue. Medical Emergency Action Plans must have a minimum of 11 months currency.
Anaphylaxis Asthma
Diabetes
Other
(If ‘other’, please provide details)
Applicant’s Educational Needs
Highview College aims to identify students with individual learning needs as soon as possible.
The information you provide will ease the transition of your child and in some circumstances avoid unnecessary delay in providing appropriate classroom support, should your child be offered a place at the College.
Does the applicant have any special educational needs of which the College should be aware in order to comply with legislation? If yes, you must provide details* and attach copies of any relevant medical diagnoses and provide copies of any relevant medical reports.
*Please note: any medical conditions or special educational needs must be known to the Principal prior to enrolment in order to ensure that an appropriate program can be offered.
Learning Difficulties
Speech Difficulties
Physical Difficulties
Hearing Impairment
Vision Impairment
Social Disturbance
Emotional Disturbance
Assessed as Gifted
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Oppositional Defiance Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Other
(If ‘Other’, please specify)
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Parent/Guardian 1 Census Information
Title
Surname
First Name
Middle Name
Residential Address
Postal Address
Mobile Phone
Business Phone
Email
Please note that accounts and correspondence will be delivered electronically
Relationship to Applicant
Languages spoken
English only
Other
(If ‘Other’, please indicate)
Parent/Guardian 1 Education
What is the highest level of primary or secondary school completed? (For persons who have never attended school, mark ‘Year 9 or equivalent or below’)
Secondary Education
Year 12 or equivalent
Year 11 or equivalent
Year 10 or equivalent
Year 9 or equivalent or below
Further EducationWhat is the level of the highest qualification completed?
Bachelor Degree or above
Advanced Diploma/Diploma
Certificate I to IV (inc Trade Certs)
No post-school qualifications
What is your occupation and occupation group?
(Please refer to the information on Page 8-9 of this document)
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Parent/Guardian 2 Education
What is the highest level of primary or secondary school completed? (For persons who have never attended school, mark ‘Year 9 or equivalent or below’)
Secondary Education
Year 12 or equivalent
Year 11 or equivalent
Year 10 or equivalent
Year 9 or equivalent or below
Further EducationWhat is the level of the highest qualification completed?
Bachelor Degree or above
Advanced Diploma/Diploma
Certificate I to IV (inc Trade Certs)
No post-school qualifications
What is your occupation and occupation group?
(Please refer to the information on Page 8-9 of this document)
Parent/Guardian 2 Census Information
Title
Surname
First Name
Middle Name
Residential Address
Postal Address
Mobile Phone
Business Phone
Email
Please note that accounts and correspondence will be delivered electronically
Relationship to Applicant
Languages spoken
English only
Other
(If ‘Other’, please indicate)
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List of Parental Occupation Groups
Group 1: Senior management in large business organisation, government administration and defence, and qualified professionals Senior executive/manager/department head in industry, commerce, media or other large organisationPublic service manager (Section head or above), regional director, health/education/police/fire services administratorOther administratorschool principal, faculty head/dean, library/museum/gallery director, research facility directorDefence ForcesCommissioned OfficerProfessionals generally have a degree or higher qualifications and experience in applying this knowledge to design, develop or operate complex systems; identify, treat and advise on problems; and teach othersHealth, Education, Law, Social Welfare, Engineering, Science, Computing professionalBusiness management consultant, business analyst, accountant, auditor, policy analyst, actuary, valuerAir/sea transport aircraft/ship’s captain/officer/pilot, flight officer, flying instructor, air traffic controller
Group 2: Other business managers, arts/media/sportspersons and associate professionalsOwner/manager of farm, construction, import/export, wholesale, manufacturing, transport, real estate businessSpecialist manager finance/engineering/production/personnel/industrial relations/sales/marketingFinancial services manager bank branch manager, finance/investment/insurance broker, credit/loans officerRetail sales/services manager shop, petrol station, restaurant, club, hotel/motel, cinema, theatre, agencyArts/media/sports musician, actor, dancer, painter, potter, sculptor, journalist, author, media presenter, photographer, designer, illustrator, proofreader, sportsman/woman, coach, trainer, sports officialAssociate professionals generally have a diploma/technical qualifications and support managers and professionalsHealth, Education, Law, Social Welfare, Engineering, Science, Computing technician/associate professionalBusiness/administration recruitment/employment/industrial relations/training officer, marketing/advertising specialist, market research analyst, technical sales representative, retail buyer, office/project managerDefence Forces senior Non-Commissioned Officer
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Group 3: Tradesmen/women, clerks and skilled office, sales and service staff Tradesmen/women generally have completed a 4-year Trade Certificate, usually by apprenticeship. All tradesmen/women are included in this groupClerks bookkeeper, bank/PO clerk, statistical/actuarial clerk, accounting/claims/audit clerk, payroll clerk, recording/registry/filing clerk, betting clerk, stores/inventory clerk, purchasing/order clerk, freight/transport/shipping clerk, bond clerk, customs agent, customer services clerk, admissions clerkSkilled office, sales and service staffOffice secretary, personal assistant, desktop publishing operator, switchboard operatorSales company sales representative, auctioneer, insurance agent/assessor/loss adjuster, market researcherService aged/disabled/refuge/childcare worker, nanny, meter reader, parking inspector, postal worker, courier, travel agent, tour guide, flight attendant, fitness instructor, casino dealer/supervisor
Group 4: Machine operators, hospitality staff, assistants, labourers and related workers Drivers, mobile plant, production/processing machinery and other machinery operatorsHospitality staff hotel service supervisor, receptionist, waiter, bar attendant, kitchenhand, porter, housekeeperOffice assistants, sales assistants and other assistantsOffice typist, word processing/data entry/business machine operator, receptionist, office assistantSales sales assistant, motor vehicle/caravan/parts salesperson, checkout operator, cashier, bus/train conductor, ticket seller, service station attendant, car rental desk staff, street vendor, telemarketer, shelf stackerAssistant/aide trades’ assistant, school/teacher’s aide, dental assistant, veterinary nurse, nursing assistant, museum/gallery attendant, usher, home helper, salon assistant, animal attendantLabourers and related workersDefence Forces ranks below senior NCO not included aboveAgriculture, horticulture, forestry, fishing, mining worker farm overseer, shearer, wool/hide classer, farmhand, horse trainer, nurseryman, greenkeeper, gardener, tree surgeon, forestry/logging worker, miner, seafarer/fishing handOther worker labourer, factory hand, storeman, guard, cleaner, caretaker, laundry worker, trolley collector, car park attendant, crossing supervisor
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Payment of $100.00 Application Fee
• Cash at Reception
• Cheque/Money Order made payable to Highview College (please attach)
To pay by credit card please complete the following
Please charge my: Mastercard Visa
Card Number
Expiry Date
CCV No.
Amount $
Card Holder’s Name
Card Holder’s Signature
Declaration & Commitment
As the Parent/s/Guardian/s of the named child (the Applicant), I/we request that the Applicant be registered for admission to the College.
In signing this declaration, I/we understand and accept responsibility for the following:• I/we have read, understood and agreed to the information provided in the Highview College Prospectus including, but not limited to, the Enrolment Policy, including Conditions of Enrolment and the Code of Conduct Policy.
• that as a part of the communication process between the College and home, I/we must provide a current email address;
• that I/we are willing to access online communication - eg. Accounts, Permission forms, Progress Reports etc;
• that I/we are responsible for any medical, hospital, ambulance or other expenses incurred as a result of any illness or accident involving the Applicant;
• that the College may vary or rescind policies, procedures or guidelines at any time in its absolute discretion;
• that I/we jointly and severally accept responsibility for the payment of all fees due to the College in relation to this Applicant’s attendance at the College;
• I/we will advise the College in writing of any changes to contact details or other information in this Application;
• it is my/our joint and separate responsibility to inform the College in writing of any changes to the Applicant’s enrolment status. I/we are aware the College requires one term’s notice if the Applicant is to be withdrawn once enrolled. I/we understand that I/we will be responsible for one term’s fees if I/we do not provide the required notice;
• I/we have read and understood the Privacy Policy available on the College website and, in making this Application, consent to the collection, use and disclosure of personal information and sensitive information as provided for by the Privacy Policy; and
• I/we understand that submitting this Application does not guarantee the Applicant’s enrolment at the College.
This application requires the signature of both Parent/s/Guardian/s.
Please advise circumstances if only one of the Parents or Guardians is signing.
Signatories should be aware that by signing this form they agree to be jointly and severally responsible for all of the College’s fees and charges.
